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CARLSBAD — The Eddy County Mayors' Prayer Breakfast on Thursday will feature identical twin brothers David and Jason Benham as the keynote speakers.

The Benhams are former professional baseball players, and have now created and developed several businesses around the world, according to a news release. The two have spoken around the nation as well as internationally.

The prayer breakfast, which has been held in December in past years, was moved up to October because that was the only date this year that the brothers were still available to speak, said event organizer Ron Griffith.

"This event is a great opportunity for everyone to come together in prayer, and the music is excellent as well," said Carlsbad Mayor Dale Janway. "Thanks to everyone who made this possible."

The breakfast will start serving at 6:30 a.m. at the Walter Gerrells Performing Arts Center, and the speakers should be on stage by 7:30 a.m.

Last year, the prayer breakfast featured key speaker Allen West. Though the Benham brothers are not as well known as West, Griffith said he thought people would enjoy them once people understand who they are.

Throughout the program, church leaders from around the community will offer prayers for different entities, such as the city, county and state leaders, as well as a special prayer for church leadership.

"We pray for them as they attempt to change the culture in which we live instead of the culture changing us," Griffith said.

Griffith said all the tables, which will seat just over 1,000 people, have already been sold. But, he said a limited number of tickets are still available for those interested.

Those interested in the remaining tickets can call Griffith at 575-302-1496.